Topas Ecolodge

Located 18 km outside of Sapa Town, this hillside lodge offers 25 bungalows, each with a rustic peacefulness to them that allows you to unplug and relax. Each bungalow was built using sustainable principles, using local products and goods, and strives to employ local people in all areas and offers local hilltribe handicrafts for sale in their small souvenir shop.

While it does not offer TVs or a pool, it does offer a small library and lounge complete with games and a fireplace in winter. This peaceful mountain getaway also allows its guests access to amazing trekking and biking trails right in their own 'backyard'. Five different hill tribes are found in the area, each with its own unique language and customs. Hoang Lien National Park is a short drive,e and the newly opened Red Dao spa offers herbal bath, foot therapy, and body treatments as a unique treat. The restaurant here offers a set menu or buffet-style meals all day long.